directions:

1. In a large pitcher, mix wine, liqueur, and sugar until sugar dissolves. Add orange, lemon, apple and strawberries. With a wooden spoon, press fruit against sides and bottom of pitcher slightly. Chill, covered , for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. If using grapes, place them on a tray to freeze.

2. Just before serving stir in chilled sparkling apple cider. Serve in wine glasses or goblets with some of the fruit, adding ice or optional frozen grapes.